salaryLexington-Fayette is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$132
👥 People living there
323,725
8,483,844
Commute to work
20.9 min
40.3 min
College degree
48.3%
41.6%
Own their home
53.8%
32.8%
Below poverty line
14.9%
17.9%
Unemployment
4.9%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick New York for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $106,420 | +192% in New York |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $157,000 | +95% in New York |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $208,880 | +88% in New York |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $105,540 | +71% in New York |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $96,900 | +58% in New York |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,280 | $100,520 | +54% in New York |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $119,720 | +51% in New York |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $167,650 | +49% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or New York cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,806 in New York.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $72,708 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or New York?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $86,801 in New York, 14% more in New York.
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